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Looking to get a learners permit or driver’s license before heading over to get some of that sweet New Haven pizza? With all the insurance companies in Hartford looking over your shoulder, you’ll want to play it safe. To pass the driver’s test, you’ll need to study and familiarize yourself with every possible exam question that the Connecticut DMV will throw at you. That’s where we come in. We’ve already collected all of the material you need, including hundreds of questions and a series of step-by-step DMV practice tests that will help you pass like a pro. And if you are looking to upgrade to a commercial driver’s license or hit a lighthouse trail on a chopper, we’ve got the motorcycle and CDL tests covered too.

Connecticut Driver's License: When You Can Apply

Age

Type of License

Prerequisites

16 (First Timers)

Learner's Permit

Pass a Knowledge Test and a Vision Test.

16+ (Learner's Permit Holders)

Intermediate License

Complete Driver Training (commercial school, secondary school, or homeschool), including 40 hours of driving practice. Hold your Learner's Permit for 120 days if you are having commercial school or secondary school training or 180 days if you are having home training. Also pass a Road Test.

18+ (Learner's Permit Holders)

Adult License

You have held your Learner's Permit for 90 days. Complete a Safe Driving Practices course. Also pass a Road Test.

18+ (Intermediate License Holders)

Adult License

None.

Note 1: To apply for any type of learner's permit or license, you must first obtain consent from your parents or guardians if you are under 18 years of age.

Note 2: If more than one line of this table applies to you, you can choose either option unless otherwise specified.

Will I have to take a physical in order to get a Connecticut permit?

Will I need a vision test when I go for my Connecticut driver's license?

Yes, you are required to pass a vision test. You must score 20/40 in each eye with or without glasses.

Where do I get my Connecticut driver’s license photo taken?

Your picture will be taken at the DMV office.

What happens after I apply for my Connecticut license?

Adults over 18 must hold their learner’s permit for at least 90 days. They must also complete an 8-hour Safe Driving Practices Course through a commercial or secondary driving school. Teens under 18 should get 30 hours of classroom training with either a commercial driving school or a secondary driver’s education course and hold their learner’s permit for at least 120 days. There’s also the option of home training which includes 22 hours of classroom type training and an 8-hour Safe Driving Practices Course where you must hold your permit for 180 days. Teens must also get an additional 40 hours of behind-the-wheel training.

What should I study for the Connecticut permit test?

What is the best way to study for the Connecticut permit test?

Will I need driver’s education in order to get a Connecticut license?

Yes. Adults over 18 must complete an 8-hour Safe Driving Practices Course through a commercial or secondary driving school. Teens under 18 should get 30 hours of classroom training with either a commercial driving school or a secondary driver’s education course. There’s also the option of home training which includes 22 hours of classroom type training and an 8-hour Safe Driving Practices Course.

Do my parents have to bring me for my permit test in Connecticut?

What will I need to know in order to pass my Connecticut permit test?

You need to know everything in the Connecticut manual. The manual will include signs, signals, road markings and the rules of the road.

How many questions are there on the Connecticut permit test?

There are 25 questions on the Connecticut permit test.

What do I need to score in order to pass the Connecticut permit test?

You must score 20 out of 25 questions correctly.

How many questions can I miss on the Connecticut permit test?

Don’t miss more than 5 questions.

What errors should I avoid when taking the Connecticut permit test?

Parts of the test that include speed limits, distances and road signs are sometimes a little tricky for people.

May I use the Connecticut driver's book when I take the actual permit test?

You aren’t allowed to use the manual for the permit test.

Do I need a drug test when taking the permit test in Connecticut?

No drug test is required when getting your permit in Connecticut.

Which DMV office is the easiest to go to when taking the Connecticut permit test?

There are various options for taking your test, so go to a place nearest you.

Where can I see some feedback from people who have already passed their Connecticut permit test?

Visit one of the permit practice tests above and scroll down to see the Facebook comments section - those were left by people who have already passed the DMV test or are still getting ready for it. Good luck!

I failed my Connecticut permit test, what now?

You must wait at least 14 days before taking it again. You will have to pay another $40 testing fee.

When is the next time I can take my Connecticut written test if I fail?

You may take it again in 14 days.

What are the restrictions on my Connecticut permit after I get it?

You cannot have anyone in the car with you for the first three months other than a licensed instructor, licensed parent or licensed adult age 20 or older. After the first three months, you may have immediate family members in the car with you.

Can I drive anywhere in Connecticut with a learner's permit?

Yes. You may drive in various places with your learner’s permit. Just be sure to always have a licensed driver age 20 or older with you.

What happens after I pass my permit test in Connecticut?

Adults over 18 must hold their learner’s permit for at least 90 days. They must also complete an 8-hour Safe Driving Practices Course through a commercial or secondary driving school. Teens under 18 should get 30 hours of classroom training with either a commercial driving school or a secondary driver’s education course and hold their learner’s permit for at least 120 days. There’s also the option of home training which includes 22 hours of classroom type training and an 8-hour Safe Driving Practices Course where you must hold your permit for 180 days. Teens must also get an additional 40 hours of behind-the-wheel training.

What if I fail the road test in Connecticut several times?

What happens after I pass my Connecticut road test?

You will receive your license.

What are the limitations on my Connecticut driver’s license after I get it?

If you are under 18, you may only drive with your parents, driving instructor or licensed driver age 20 or older for the first 6 months. During the second 6 months, you may drive with members of your immediate family. You may not drive between midnight and 5 a.m. either.

What things should I keep in mind when driving in Connecticut for the first time?

You should remember:

Be careful in adverse weather conditions

Watch out for large trucks

Don’t follow other vehicles too closely

What type of car insurance should I get in Connecticut?

The minimum liability in Connecticut is $20,000 for bodily injury for one person injured in an accident. The maximum is $40,000 for bodily injury for all injuries in one accident and $10,000 maximum liability for property damage.

What documents do I need in order to get my first Connecticut auto insurance?

Most insurance companies in Connecticut want similar information such as address, social security number, commute distance, car type and driving history.

How much can I expect to pay for car insurance in Connecticut?

For detailed information on getting car insurance in Connecticut go here. The average cost of car insurance in Connecticut is $1723 per year, according to www.insure.com.

Where can I find the best car insurance in Connecticut and where do I get it?

Conduct adequate research before choosing an insurance company. Online insurance search providers will help you to compare various companies.

Why is car insurance more expensive for new drivers in Connecticut?

Usually, new drivers in Connecticut pay higher premium rates than seasoned drivers because of their higher accident rates.

Here's What Other Learners from CT Are Saying:

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Nardia P., Bridgeport, CT

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Darcy C., Waterbury, CT

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